Pointe Claire Deli offers a diverse selection of freshly prepared meals, focusing on hearty breakfast options, crisp and flavorful salads, and an extensive range of classic deli sandwiches. Patrons can expect generous portions and high-quality ingredients, crafted with precision to deliver satisfying and delicious flavors. The establishment provides a straightforward and efficient dining experience, perfect for a quick and tasty meal. It's the ideal destination for those seeking classic deli fare executed with care and attention to detail, ensuring a consistently enjoyable bite. Discover your next favorite sandwich or a refreshing salad at this neighborhood staple.
Pointe Claire Deli is widely celebrated for its delicious and diverse brunch menu, with frequent praise for the flavorful smashed potatoes, creative pancakes, and generous portions. The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, relaxed, and charmingly nostalgic, making it a favorite neighborhood spot for many. While most visitors enjoy the friendly service and high quality of the food, some experiences are mixed regarding operational consistency, such as wait times and food temperature. Additionally, the establishment has become a point of contention for families, as the lack of high chairs, restrictive stroller policies, and small booth sizes have led to difficulties for those dining with young children.
Went there for lunch yesterday around 11h45 for lunch. Place was full but there was no waiting. Waitress 5/5. Ticket time a little long but worth it.
My husband had fried chicken & eggs. I had some kind of hamburger with bacon tomato mayo with yellow sweet buns. It was delicious. Just can't remember the name. Smashed potatoes, different but tasty.
Things to fine tune: learn how to present the food. When it arrived, our plates looked unattractive & unappealing.
Would def go back.
The place needs an overall lift, it looks neglected.
Food & service 5 ⭐?
Also, not wheelchair friendly/access or bathroom.
Lots of parking
UPDATE AUG 2026
Went there today
Ticket time is still horrendous.
They changed the whole menu
So no more cheeseburgers & most of the lunch items have been removed
Mostly breakfast place
Will not return for sure. If I want a breakfast place I'll go to Cora's
Great spot for breakfast or a brunch lunch. Oh my gosh... nothing was NOT amazing! We ate there twice on our recent visit & cannot wait to return to Canada. Michael is an amazing server. Food came out quickly. Generous portions & prepared exactly as requested. Quirky, fun decor. Love it!!
We used to love this place. Not anymore unfortunately. We went back today after not having been there for a year or more & wow were we disappointed. First of all, from the second we walked in there was a very strong smell that I don't know how to describe other than that it smelled dirty. We then went to order & were told that they were out of the two types of bread that were advertised on the menu.
I ordered a breakfast burrito & asked the waiter if the meat could be replaced by something vegetarian which he agreed to but he then came back & said that there were new kitten staff, & they are refusing to make any modifications. Only after threatening to walk out did he come back & say that they would make the change. We asked to speak with the owner or manager, but they never came to see us. The food was mediocre at best. The only slightly redeeming factor was our waiter who was very kind & did his best to navigate the difficult situation with the kitchen. Needless to say, this will not be in our rotation of restaurants anymore.
Jul 10, 2026
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old diner vibe.. our food was not hot when it came to our table so we told the waitress who immediately offered to reheat them but we were a bit pressed for time & declined
later she came to tell us that she would give us a 25% discount because of the food temperature... she was real pro-active & just that gesture is a guarantee we will return
as for the food, we had breakfast & apart from needing to be hotter, it tasted good
Not sure if this in other comments & that's on me for not checking. However, you'd think that a place open for breakfast during the day would have high chairs available or at least a booster with straps. I had to use my sweater to tie my toddler to the booster. The food & Caesar were also pretty bland especially for the price. Cost me around $70 because there was no real'kids' items & got'bunny butt pancakes'. Will not return.
The best place for breakfast & lunch,
The food, the service & the atmosphere- 10/10.
Make sure to just go & try out the place at least before leaving a review, as I saw a lot of reviews were under the influence of some Karen that didn't had her way.
But in general best place in town
My favourite breakfast/brunch spot! Service is always good despite how busy they are. The food is top notch! I've never made a reservation but usually only 2 people - if you're a group you definitely want to reserve in advance. My only complaint is that the booths are quite small, so if you're more than 2 people seating is tight
I loved my first time trying their breakfast. It was amazing! They might have the best breakfast potatoes in all of Montreal. Such good quality ingredients & flavors, & great price too!
Excellent food taste & portions for breakfast. We were very pleased with the meal itself. The service was prompt & agreable. We were however served lukewarm water to drink when we asked for water, & we were a little disappointed that coffee is not included with breakfasts which are $20+ for most options. We were also seated right infront of a big vent with ice cold AC, which must be nice during summer, but it was on in late October & we spent our entire meal in coats.
I've been hesitant to write this review for a long time, because I really wanted to love this place. I've been going to the Pointe-Claire Deli since before the new owners bought it during Covid, & I was genuinely excited to see it given new life. The decor & vibe inside are lovely… cozy, bright, & full of potential.
That being said, over time the place has become increasingly unwelcoming. The prices have gone up quite a bit, & while I was surprised when they removed the free coffee with breakfast, I shrugged it off. Then the high chairs for kids disappeared, which was explained as a safety issue. Again, not the end of the world. But when I brought a friend with a toddler who had never been before, she was taken aback by the sign in the window saying'loud kids must be escorted out.' I completely understand wanting a peaceful dining environment, but the tone of the message felt unnecessarily harsh. I was embarrassed that I'd recommended the place to her, because it just didn't feel friendly. Still, that wasn't enough to stop me from returning.
Unfortunately, what has finally made me stop going is the attitude & customer service. The younger staff are always kind, polite, & accommodating, truly a pleasure. But whenever the woman I believe to be the owner is working, I instantly regret sitting down. She is consistently curt, avoids eye contact, & gives off the impression that customers are a bother.
To give a few examples: my table of five once asked for ketchup & received one tiny paper - barely bigger than what you'd get at a fast food place. Another time we asked for water for everyone, & only two glasses were brought. On my last visit, there was a piece of paper still attached to the slice of cheese in my burrito. I didn't mention it because she was so unapproachable, but I left it on my plate thinking she might at least acknowledge it when clearing the table… she didn't.
After dozens of visits, I've decided I won't be going back, simply because I don't feel welcome. It's such a shame, because it's one of the only spots in Valois that doesn't have that friendly, neighborhood warmth. When the younger staff are running things, the place feels completely different; relaxed, pleasant, & inviting. They're wonderful & deserve credit. I truly wish them all the best in the future.
